5.3 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northern California

A 5.3 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Northern California at 11:21 p.m. on Saturday, located approximately 45 miles west-northwest of Petrolia, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake, which occurred at a depth of 6 miles, prompted a ShakeAlert but did not trigger a tsunami warning, and there were no reports of damage or injuries. Residents across various Bay Area cities, including Dublin and San Jose, reported feeling the tremor, with the USGS receiving numerous accounts through its 'Did You Feel It?' platform. This event follows a series of recent seismic activities in the Petrolia area, which has experienced multiple earthquakes in the past weeks, including a significant 7.0 magnitude quake earlier this month. Officials continue to monitor the situation and stress the importance of earthquake preparedness.